Node.js v12.18.2 for Linux s390x

Node.js is an open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment that enables the execution of JavaScript code outside of a browser. Created by Ryan Dahl in 2009, Node.js is designed to build high-performance web servers and network applications. It runs on various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, Unix, and Mac OS X. One of Node.js's key features is its event-driven, non-blocking I/O model, which makes it well-suited for handling numerous concurrent connections, making it ideal for real-time applications like online games, chat applications, and real-time communication services. Node.js employs a modular architecture, and with npm (Node package manager), community members can share and reuse code, greatly enhancing the Node.js ecosystem's growth and expansion. Besides server-side development, Node.js is also used for building toolchains, desktop applications, and IoT devices. It can handle file systems, databases, and network requests, allowing developers to write full-stack applications in JavaScript, significantly improving development efficiency and convenience. Many large enterprises and organizations, such as Netflix, PayPal, and Walmart, have adopted Node.js as their web application development platform, leveraging its ability to enhance application performance, streamline development processes, and respond more quickly to market demands.